ACU Opera debuted Jules Massenet's “Cendrillon,” with shows on Friday and Sunday. Staged entirely in French, this operatic rendition of the classic tale immersed the audience in the journey of Cinderella, in the modern day. Dr. Rick Piersall, Director of ACU Opera and Music Department Chair, expressed the unique inspiration behind this rendition, ... [Read More…]
Turning Tables: Garza boosts Abilene nightlife
Rudy Garza, senior marketing major from Corpus Christi, is turning the tables on Abilene nightlife. Garza has been the Friday night DJ of Stairs, a downtown nightclub that opened last November, and will be playing his last set this Friday from 9-12 p.m. Garza bought his first turntable in January and began performing at friends' houses. After ... [Read More…]
SA Hosts Concert as part of Entertainment Initiative
The Students' Association sponsored Nashville singer and songwriter Ben Rector's concert and food trucks at the Paramount Theatre Monday in an attempt to provide students with more entertainment in Abilene. Rector has worked with famous artists such as Train and Colbie Caillat and has released five albums. His latest, The Walking in Between, is ... [Read More…]
Poor Man’s Tour to play Key City Block Party
They met at an open-mic night downtown and hit it off right away "” and no, this is not another ring-by-spring story. Andrew Holmes, an Abilene native, and Jonathon Hester, from Brigham City, Utah, both performed that night and ended up jamming on the street together. Fast forward a couple years and the duo are now gearing up for their first ... [Read More…]
Electropop trio releases chart topping EP
British-Australian trio Years & Years released their latest EP Y & Y EP Feb. 3 as their first full EP under Polydor Records. The EP features four songs, Desire, Take Shelter, King and Memo. The 14-minute album feels beautifully longer in the way it transports feeling. If there is one EP that makes you simultaneously want to dance, run ... [Read More…]
Neon Parrot Lounge squawks local sounds
The Neon Parrot Lounge is determined to revive the live music scene in downtown Abilene and provide a platform for blossoming local artists. The Neon Parrot Lounge purposely evokes memories of an old-time jazz club or speakeasy. The live music venue is located on Pine Street in the Majestic building, one of the oldest buildings in historic ... [Read More…]
Local music store serves as vessel for music and community in Abilene
For three years, The Record Guys has been off of Leggett and South 7th. The music shop sits on the corner with a big red text banner and the words "Records, tapes, record players." The shop is stocked with piles and stacks of organized vinyl records and cassette tapes, an ode to the history of music. Old fashioned bar lights hang from the ceiling ... [Read More…]
Country music tune beats to an offensive drum
"Somebody's gotta wear a pretty skirt, somebody's gotta be the one to flirt, somebody's gotta want to hold his hand, so God made girls..." If you listen to modern country music at all, you'll recognize those lyrics. They belong to RaeLynn's hit God Made Girls, a song about how pretty and sweet women are. It's a catchy song for sure, but every ... [Read More…]
Students raised s’more money with music
The Shore Art Gallery smelled of warm coffee and toasted marshmallows and soft melodies as students came in to support Project Merge's second annual fundraiser and watch their friends perform. "I played last year," said Wes Robbins. "It was really awesome. They did an incredible job of running the event and making sure that everything went ... [Read More…]
Seemingly simple music streaming
With music streaming becoming a popular way to listen to old and new releases, deliberation comes from what medium is best for the ultimate music experience. Four major streaming sites that compete for business are Rdio, Pandora, 8tracks and Spotify. These sites are the most used, each with their own individual benefit and overlap. The sites ... [Read More…]
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